Cape Cod Kids Can Golf For $5 A Round Through New Program

CAPE COD, MA — A new Bank of America initiative could help young golfers get into the game.

Golf with Us is the new initiative officials said they've designed to "grow the next generation of golfers."

The program offers kids between the ages of 6 and 18 a free, one-year membership to Youth on Course, courtesy of Bank of America. Enrollment in the program is open until June 15 and includes access to thousands of courses in 97 markets for $5 or less per round.

Courses on Cape Cod — and in Wareham — include:

• Captains Golf Course, Port and Starboard, Brewster
• Chatham Seaside Links
• Cranberry Valley Golf Course, Harwich
• Highland Links, Truro
• Kings Way GC, Yarmouth
• Little Harbor Golf Course, Wareham

Through Golf with Us, Bank of America will also bring unique instructional opportunities to youth in select markets throughout the spring, summer and fall by hosting a series of free clinics featuring professional golfers, athletes and celebrities with a passion for golf.

Program membership also includes a registered handicap index in the United States Golf Association’s Golf Handicap Information Network (GHIN) system.

“When kids get involved in sports, they learn first-hand about achieving their goals and develop lifelong skills that help them thrive,” said David Tyrie, President, Marketing, Digital & Specialized Consumer Client Solutions, Bank of America. “By working with Youth on Course to help make golf more accessible, we’re helping grow the sport while also making a positive impact in our communities.”

Youth on Course and Bank of America recently announced a multi-year, strategic partnership to expand golf access across the country for young players who are challenged to find an affordable place to play.

As part of the agreement, the bank is helping fund widespread expansion of municipal course locations participating in the program. To date, more than 2,000 courses are Youth on Course partners nationwide.